Kössen, a picturesque village in the district of Kitzbühel in Austria, is not only known for its breathtaking scenery, but also for the numerous hiking trails and routes to explore. The geographical location of Kössen offers ideal conditions for hikes of all levels of difficulty.
Maps and trails
The 10 most beautiful hikes in Kössen
Hiking Trail
· Holiday region Kaiserwinkl
Alpine pastures, a lake, and a mountain hut: Via the Sonnwendköpfl to Lake Taubensee
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Difficulty
T2
moderate
11.4 km
3:55 h
592 m
592 m
Bike & Hike to Lake Taubensee: Take a leisurely ride on an e-MTB to the Dichtleralm, then walk to the idyllic mountain lake. The tour can also be done entirely on foot.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau Alps
Via the Smuggler's Path to the Klobenstein
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
9.4 km
3:30 h
260 m
260 m
Easy (family) hike over the Tiroler Ache from Bavaria to Tirol
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau Alps
Taubensee (1100 m) from Kössen
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
10.1 km
4:30 h
700 m
700 m
South-facing ascent from Kössen to Taubensee
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau
Straubinger Haus from Reit im Winkl/Ski jumps via Hindenburghütte
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
7.5 km
3:15 h
864 m
6 m
Approach from the parking lot near the ski jumps via trail no. 16 to the Hindenburghütte, Sulzner Kaser and Rührhübeltal to the Straubinger Haus.
Hiking Trail
· Holiday region Kaiserwinkl
Kössen - Smuggler's path to Klobenstein
recommended route
Difficulty
T1
easy
5.7 km
2:00 h
182 m
182 m
The Smuggler's Path in the Entenloch Gorge connects Kössen with Ettenhausen, with two suspension bridges spanning the impressive narrowest point. On the right side lies the pilgrimage church Maria Klobenstein. Exciting insights into an almost untouched nature.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau Alps
Crossing from Traunsteiner Ski Hut to Straubinger Haus
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.7 km
4:00 h
595 m
203 m
This extensive hut crossing mostly passes through rather dense mountain forest.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau Alps
Crossing from Straubinger House to Traunsteiner Ski Hut
recommended route
Difficulty
moderate
11.6 km
3:45 h
201 m
594 m
This extensive hut crossing runs mostly through dense forest and on rather wide paths.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau Alps
From the Straubinger House to the Blindau/Reit i. Winkl parking lot via Sulzen Kaser
recommended route
Difficulty
easy
6.6 km
2:00 h
0 m
842 m
Easy, partly steep alternative access to the road, from the Blindau parking lot to the Straubinger House via Sulzner Kaser. Described here on the descent.
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau Alps
Straubinger Haus - circular route premium hiking trail "Almgenuss"
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
moderate
7.2 km
2:45 h
449 m
449 m
Circular route from Straubinger Haus towards Obere Hemmersuppenalm to the Sulzner Kasern and to the Obere Hemmersuppenalm. Further towards Straubinger Haus to the Schuhmacherkreuz and Eggenalmkogel uphill and back to Straubinger Haus.
The route corresponds to the path of the Reit im Winkl premium hiking trail "Almgenuss".
Hiking Trail
· Chiemgau
Straubinger Haus from Blindau via Weißensteinalm
recommended route
Difficulty
T2
difficult
8.4 km
3:40 h
838 m
4 m
Hut approach to the Straubinger Haus from the north from the large parking lot at Blindau (Reit im Winkl) via Klausenberg, Weißenstein, and Neualm.
The special feature of this region lies above all in the diversity of the landscape. From gentle hills to green meadows and majestic peaks, an impressive natural backdrop stretches out here. This makes Kössen the perfect destination for all nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts.
There are many beautiful hiking tours in Kössen that will delight both beginners and experienced hikers. One popular route, for example, leads to the "Bärenhöhle", a cave with fascinating stalactite formations. The path there is well signposted and is also ideal for families with children.
Another highlight is the "Wilder Kaiser Tour", where you can marvel at the famous Wilder Kaiser mountain range. This challenging tour leads through steep gorges and alpine landscapes and rewards you at the end with a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains.
For those who want to take it a little easier, there are walks along the idyllic Walchsee lake or an exploration tour through the nearby "Kaiserwinkl". Here you will find a variety of hiking trails leading through lush meadows and dense forests.
The best seasons for hiking in Kössen are spring and summer. At this time, nature is in full splendour and the mild climate invites you to go hiking. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves turn into a colourful play of colours, which is also a special attraction when hiking.
All in all, Kössen offers a true paradise for nature lovers with its numerous hikes and hiking routes. Whether you prefer challenging summit tours or leisurely walks, everyone will find their own personal dream route here. So lace up your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
There are many beautiful hiking tours in Kössen that will delight both beginners and experienced hikers. One popular route, for example, leads to the "Bärenhöhle", a cave with fascinating stalactite formations. The path there is well signposted and is also ideal for families with children.
Another highlight is the "Wilder Kaiser Tour", where you can marvel at the famous Wilder Kaiser mountain range. This challenging tour leads through steep gorges and alpine landscapes and rewards you at the end with a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains.
For those who want to take it a little easier, there are walks along the idyllic Walchsee lake or an exploration tour through the nearby "Kaiserwinkl". Here you will find a variety of hiking trails leading through lush meadows and dense forests.
The best seasons for hiking in Kössen are spring and summer. At this time, nature is in full splendour and the mild climate invites you to go hiking. In autumn, on the other hand, the leaves turn into a colourful play of colours, which is also a special attraction when hiking.
All in all, Kössen offers a true paradise for nature lovers with its numerous hikes and hiking routes. Whether you prefer challenging summit tours or leisurely walks, everyone will find their own personal dream route here. So lace up your hiking boots and let yourself be enchanted by the beauty of this region!
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